Paccar Incorporated | NHTSA Recall #10V654000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V654000 by Paccar Incorporated. Includes 1,510 affected units, KENWORTH/HOOD STRUT SAFETY LATCH, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Kenworth is recalling certain model year 2011 t660 and t700 tractor trailers manufactured between august 9, 2010, and november 4, 2010. the safety latch feature that keeps the hood of the vehicle from closing after a user opens the hood may fail to operate.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the dual magnets with a single magnet on the safety latch. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on february 28, 2011. owners may contact kenworth at 1-425-828-5440.